20 years of connecting you to the future of imaging!

The first digital camera system – IMAGE1® was launched.

IMAGE1® HD was introduced offering high-definition imaging and bigger picture size (from 4:3 to 16:9) for an improved visualization experience– making the invisible visible.

The first two modules of the modular camera system IMAGE1 S™ were introduced, wherein the HD camera heads from the previous camera platform were still usable. However, the camera system has had the capability for both rigid and flexible endoscopy as well as NIR/ICG imaging right from the start – all in Full HD. 

S-technologies were introduced, representing different visualization technologies that can help surgeons better identify different structures. 

New modularity features were added with the D3-LINK, enabling 3D visualization for better depth perception during surgeries.  

TIPCAM®1 S for Laparoscopy was introduced with two different directions of view – (0°/30°) to a diameter of 10 mm.  

As an extension of the camera head portfolio, the HX/HX-P camera heads were implemented for use on the X-LINK. They are compatible with other camera systems (TELE PACK+ and TELECAM C3), provide FULL HD resolution and are smaller and lighter than the H3 camera heads.

Following the TIPCAM®1 S 3D for laparoscopy, a 4 mm version for ENT was introduced. S-Technologies was integrated for TIPCAM®1 S 3D for both ENT and LAP.

PDD in FULL HD was made possible with the introduction of HX/HX-P FI camera heads, enhancing our bladder cancer detection portfolio.

The introduction of the 4U-LINK, together with a specially adapted camera head, launched our 4K resolution range, offering a high level of detail and impressive color reproduction. S-Technologies continued to provide the well-known visualization technologies.

In 2013, IMAGE1 S CONNECT® laid the foundation for modular camera system, wherein different LINK modules can be connected. With the IMAGE1 S CONNECT® II, a second generation of the connect module was implemented.

IMAGE1 S™ RUBINA® was launched, combining latest imaging technologies, such as 4K, 3D and fluorescence imaging (NIR/ICG), into one powerful product family, consisting of a light source, new camera head and a new TIPCAM®1.

The new NIR/ICG fluorescence modes introduced in 2020 for the IMAGE1 S™ 4U Rubina® camera head, were now also available for TIPCAM®1 Rubina®.
TIPCAM®1 Rubina® combines 2D and 3D imaging, 4K and NIR/ICG in one video endoscope. 

A new LED light source, POWER LED Saphira™, was introduced. In combination with the IMAGE1 S™, KARL STORZ offers a solution for improved PDD visualization.